Babin extols progress, bemoans roadblocks

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Babin extols progress, bemoans roadblocks By David Taylor | Dayton News Aug. 18, 2017 | Link There's a bottleneck in Washington. Coming from a conservative, most would expect Congressman Dr. Brian Babin to point the finger across the aisle at Democrats, but Babin's frustration rests with his own colleagues in the U. S. Senate, and it's mystifying for the congressman. Spending…

Statement on Violence in Charlottesville

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Brian Babin (R-TX) issued the following statement in response to the violence in Charlottesville, Virginia: “There is no place in America for the violence and extremism that took place in Charlottesville, Virginia.  We must stand united against all forms of evil and violence directed at our fellow Americans. I call for a swift and complete investigation by…

Texas GOP rep wants Mueller to testify on Russia probe

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Texas GOP rep wants Mueller to testify on Russia probe Fox News | August 14, 2017 Link Republican Rep. Brian Babin is calling for Special Counsel Robert Mueller and his legal team to come “out of the shadows” and answer questions before Congress on the scope and cost of the Russia meddling investigation. Babin has drafted a letter on the matter to Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, and Rep.…

Babin Votes to Fully Fund Border Wall, Rebuild Military and Increase Funding for Veterans

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Brian Babin (R-TX) issued the following statement today after voting in support of H.R. 3219, the Make America Secure Appropriations Act, legislation that fully funds President Trump’s request for a wall along our southern border. “The Make America Secure Appropriations Act puts America on a stronger and more secure path forward that rebuilds our military,…

Babin Introduces Bill to Delay Mandatory Truck Logging Devices

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Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Brian Babin (TX-36), a member of the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the Highways and Transit Subcommittee, today announced that he has introduced H.R. 3282, the ELD Extension Act of 2017, legislation that would provide for an additional two year delay before mandatory implementation of Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) on all…

New bill introduced by Babin could positively impact small trucking companies

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New bill introduced by Babin could positively impact small trucking companies By Vanesa Brashier | Cleveland Advocate July 19, 2017 | Link A new bill introduced Wednesday by U.S. Rep. Brian Babin (TX-36) could delay mandatory truck logging devices on American freight trucks by two years. "Under current law and regulation, the mandate is scheduled to go into effect Dec. 18, 2017, just…

We owe veterans debt of gratitude

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We owe veterans debt of gratitude By Rep. Brian Babin | July 12, 2017 The Baytown Sun | Link America is the greatest nation on Earth because of those who have sacrificed so much to keep us free and safe: our nation’s veterans. We are truly blessed by God to live in the land of the free — and we are forever grateful to those who have…

Vidor officers honored for heroic act

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Vidor officers honored for heroic act By Eric Williams | The Orange Leader July 12, 2017 | Link Congressman Brian Babin of the 36th Congressional District held a special recognition at Vidor City Hall, on Monday, to recognize local officers for their heroism. Members of the Vidor Police Department heroically risked their lives to save two victims of a submerged vehicle the night of…

12NewsNow: Local Congressman speaks about health care bill

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BEAUMONT - Health Care has been a topic of political discussion since even before President Trump took office in January. Despite protests going on across the country, Republican officials are still continuing to try and make headway in an effort to repeal and replace Obamacare. Representative Brian Babin says it's time for the U.S. Senate to move the bill along. “Insurance companies…

FreedomWorks’ Bill of the Month for July 2017: State and Local Pension Accountability Act, H.R. 1124

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FreedomWorks’ Bill of the Month for July 2017: State and Local Pension Accountability Act, H.R. 1124 By Christina Herrin | 7/1/2017 Link FreedomWorks has selected the State and Local Pension Accountability Act, H.R. 1124, as the bill of the month for July 2017. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Brian Babin (R-Texas) and was referred to the House Education and Workforce Committee. This…